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Beer-Battered Asparagus

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By: LalainePosted: 06/02/2017Updated: 09/22/2020
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Beer-Battered Asparagus with a golden and crisp beer batter. Crunchy and delicious with a campfire dipping sauce, this appetizer is a sure party hit!

Beer-Battered Asparagus with a golden and crisp beer batter. Crunchy and delicious with a campfire dipping sauce, this appetizer is a sure party hit!

Beer-Battered Asparagus in white dish
Beer-Battered Asparagus

Since we’re on the last leg of Spring, I’ve been making the most of asparagus season. These gorgeous spears happen to be my favorite vegetable of all time and I love finding delicious ways to prepare them.

asparagus spears, beer, flour, seasonings, oil

Asparagus is no doubt amazing any way you cook it. Whether roasted, steamed, stir-fried, or creamed in soups, it always makes for a great side dish. Today, however, I am going to share with you a fun way to eat these marvelous spears. Beer battered asparagus!

Golden and crisp, these crunchy vegetable spears are so addicting you can easily eat a bushel. Serve them with your choice of dipping sauce and it’s a party waiting to happen.

coating asparagus spears in beer batter

Cooking tips

  • Although I’ve used either thin or thick asparagus depending on what I have on hand for this recipe, I prefer the thicker stalks as they seem to fare better in the intense heat from the deep-frying.
  • For best results, use cold beer and prepare the batter when you’re ready to fry. Do not use flat beer, the fizz helps keep the batter light and crispy.
  • To easily coat the long spears, transfer the batter into a tall glass and individually dip the asparagus. To make sure the batter sticks better, pat the asparagus dry and dredge in flour.
  • Use oil with a high smoke point such as safflower, peanut, or canola oil.
  • Fry at the optimal temperature of 375 F. Too low of heat, the asparagus will absorb more grease and will overcook before the coating had a chance to brown and crisp. A thermometer is always handy but if you don’t have one,  drop a little batter into the hot oil. It should immediately bubble and rise to the top.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan, fry in batches as needed to prevent the temperature of the oil from plummeting. Make sure to reheat oil back to the correct temperature between batch cooking.

fried asparagus with beer batter in a white dish

How to Serve

  • You can dip these beer-battered asparagus spears with whatever sauce you like but I especially love them with campfire sauce which is a simple mixture of ranch dressing and barbecue sauce. Great flavor combo!
  • Like most fried foods, they’re best enjoyed freshly cooked. Serve immediately for a great texture and crunch!

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @OnionRingsAndThings on Facebook and Instagram!

fried asparagus with beer batter in a white dish
3 from 5 votes

Beer-Battered Asparagus

Golden and crunchy asparagus spears with beer batter coating. Easy to make and delicious as appetizer or side dish!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Author: Lalaine
Course: Appetizer
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4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 cup lager beer
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • oil

For the Campfire Sauce

  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  • In a deep pot or deep-fryer, heat about 2 inches deep of oil to about 375 F.
  • Break off tough ends of asparagus. Wash and drain well.
  • In a shallow plate, combine 1/4 cup of the flour and half of the salt, paprika, and pepper. Dredge asparagus in flour mixture to coat.
  • In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour and the remaining paprika, salt and pepper. 
  • Gradually add in beer and whisk until smooth. Dip asparagus in beer batter, a few pieces at a time, to fully coat.
  • Deep-fry in hot oil, in batches, for about 2 to 3 minutes or until coating is golden brown and asparagus is tender yet crisp. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve with campfire sauce.

For the Campfire sauce

  • In a small bowl, combine barbecue sauce and ranch dressing until blended.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 7g, Sodium: 587mg, Potassium: 294mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 1100IU, Vitamin C: 6.6mg, Calcium: 30mg, Iron: 4.3mg

“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”

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  1. Caitlin says

    Posted on 3/26/18 at 1:12 pm

    Is this a healthy, clean eating recipe? I would love to make it.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 4/17/18 at 5:18 pm

      I am not sure if this can be classified as healthy, clean eating because of the beer batter. It’s delicious though 🙂

      Reply
  2. Gisele says

    Posted on 8/31/17 at 12:47 pm

    5 stars
    This looks amazing. I’m going to have to try it.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/31/17 at 12:50 pm

      Please do, they’re delicious!

      Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 9/10/17 at 4:42 am

      Thanks, Gisele! I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  3. Sherry Nappa says

    Posted on 5/29/16 at 3:34 pm

    We love asparagus! My husband loves beer, too. I will pin and try later. Looks delish!

    Reply
  4. Elizabeth O. says

    Posted on 5/29/16 at 2:22 am

    I love the fun twist that the beer brings to this recipe, it’s definitely interesting. I love asparagus and I’d love to learn as many recipes of it as I can. This is a must try for me!

    Reply
  5. Nicole Escat says

    Posted on 5/28/16 at 8:38 am

    I love asparagus but it is a little bit expensive in our country that is why I don’t cook asparagus recipes for a while. This recipe is a must try!

    Reply
  6. kateryna says

    Posted on 5/27/16 at 8:19 pm

    that looks so delicious!!

    Reply
  7. Allison Lancater says

    Posted on 5/27/16 at 3:48 pm

    This looks delicious. I can’t get my hubby to eat asparagus, but I bet he will eat it this way!

    Reply
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    Posted on 6/22/13 at 12:47 am

    Your food photos are amazing. You can share your mouth watering photos with us at foodienewz.com and your photos published on FoodieNewz without any editorial review.

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    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 6/22/13 at 10:48 am

      I don’t know about amazing but thanks, your kind words are very much appreciated. I checked your site and I will be registering soon. Thanks for the invite.

      Reply
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    Posted on 4/6/13 at 8:42 am

    I love your pictures and recipes, they are mouth watering. Would love for you to share them with us at foodieportal.com. Over at foodieportal.com we are not photography expert snobs, we are just foodies.

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    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 4/6/13 at 2:22 pm

      Thanks for the visit and the invite. I just registered, looks good!

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